Born in the era of Jim Crow segregation, Terry Wells-Jones grew up in a small town in the Deep South. Even from a young age, this Black girl knew she was destined to overcome the obstacles that faced her. Through her faith, belief, hope, stamina, and grit, Terry overcame a traumatic experience and countless roadblocks to become one of the first Black models in the mid-1960s. She also became the first woman hired by a Fortune 500 company in a sales position. Breaking through the "glass ceiling" opening doors for other women in a male-dominated world. Terry Wells-Jones fought many battles to reach her level of success in business while also cultivating a happy family life. In this memoir, Terry shares the philosophies that helped her on her journey, as well as the disappointments and opposition she faced along the way. This is her astounding success story.
About the Author
Terry Wells-Jones has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin in Pre-Med and Business, and is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Now retired from her business career, she enjoys traveling all over the world and spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren in her Golden Years.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .39 Inches (D)
Weight: .55 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 182
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Personal Memoirs
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co.
Format: Paperback
Author: Terry Wells-Jones
Language: English
Street Date: November 18, 2022
TCIN: 1006383442
UPC: 9781639374526
Item Number (DPCI): 247-25-7226
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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